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MEN’S SHED
Christmas is upon us once again and we at the shed are quite busy ushering the great man in red around to greet all the boys and girls within our community, last Saturday, December 2. he switched on the lights in the village centre outside the Parkview Hotel to a very generous gathering of boys and girls accompanied by Mammies and Daddies most of the wee ones had their photos taken with Santa, who had lots of goodies to distribute among them all, and all had smiling faces even as Santa left to continue his trip around the community.
There is no need to worry if you happened to miss Santa on this occasion, for he will be in lots more locations in the run up to Christmas Eve where you’re sure to catch a glimpse of him, as his movements will be posted on the Men’s Shed ever popular Facebook page.
All the shed members are looking forward to their annual Christmas dinner this year in the Parkview Hotel, and because our membership has grown and our relaxation room in our shed is not up to accommodating comfort wise, our full contingent, we decided to use a somewhat larger venue where we hope to have an oul sing-song to our very capable musicians of which all are members of the shed.
We are holding a woodworking course in our workshop at the moment which is being attended by 10 members every Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. under the guidance of Joe our very capable tutor.
Finally we at Newtown and Newcastle Men’s Shed thank you all within our community for the wonderful help provided throughout the year, whether it was baking, visiting, giving of your time, or monetary support in any way we say a big thank you to all, and wish each and every one a very illness free Christmas to spend with your loved ones, and a prosperous new year.
NEWTOWN ICA
The December Meeting was held in the Newtown community center on Monday last presented by the branch president, Dympna Davis, where the agenda contained reports from the National Council and Federation meetings. Congratulations to a marvellous response to the Christmas Shoe Box appeal.
Final arrangements were made for the annual senior citizens Christmas party in the Parkview Hotel. Our next branch meeting is on January 8, in the community centre Finally we wish all our members past and present and indeed all within our community, a very happy Christmas and a peaceful new year.
GAA CLUB NOTES
There is a good stock of club gear now available to buy for any enquiries regarding club gear please contact Amy at 086 3332195 or Ruth at 087 7472682. Our senior AGM is on tonight Wednesday, December 6, at 7.30 in the clubhouse and anybody with the interest of Newtown GAA at heart should attend.
Tickets for the national draw are now available and as usual all money raised by the club goes to the club so if you’d like to buy or maybe even sell a few tickets please get in touch with any committee member. Tickets are great value at only €10 each and would be a great Christmas present to either give or receive.
Jackpot rolled over to €3k this week numbers drawn were 3, 8, 18 and 27.
Keep up to date on all that’s happening by following us on Facebook or Twitter at Newtown GAA. We also have a notice board of all upcoming activities on public display in the window of the local post office. Newtown GAA would like to wish all in the community a happy Christmas and a prosperous New year.
NEWTOWN JUNIORS FC
No on field action now till mid-February when the season will recommence with our 12’s and 14’s playing their two legged finals as a curtain raiser to the official calendar season. Up till then the WDSL will be running Futsal over the coming months at three venues across the county i.e. Aughrim, Arklow and Newtown at the following age groups under-nines (2009/2010), under-11s (2007/2008) and under-13s (2005/2006).
Our under-nines Black team were due to be our first team in action last Sunday but very poor weather conditions which would make driving hazardous meant that event was cancelled. Their games with Aughrim, St Patrick’s Black and Shillelagh Navy will be refixed for a later date.
The following are the Futsal details for our teams pre-Christmas: under-nine Red – Saturday, December 16, midday to 2 p.m. in Newtown (vs Greystones, St Anthony’s and St Patrick’s Black). under-11 Red – Sunday, December 17, 10 a.m. to midday in Aughrim (vs Ashford, Aughrim and Shillelagh). under-11 Black – Sunday, December 17, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in Aughrim (vs Aughrim, Enniskerry and Coolboy Rangers)
For further information please contact our secretary Hughie at 087 6987653/hughienolan@ gmail.com. Our 13’s team will have their first Futsal outing after Christmas on Saturday, January 13, in Newtown where there opponents will be Aughrim, Coolboy Rangers Girls and Sporting Greystones Red.
Week six of our Last Man Standing competition certainly contained lots of drama as we lost over two thirds of our Players with only 15 Players still standing after we lost 34 Players. Players, who had selected Arsenal, Chelsea, Crystal Palace, Liverpool and Watford held their heads in their hands and cursed some players and referees who they will feel were responsible for their team failing to help them progress to week seven of the competition. Its €450 for the winner of the competition and you can keep up to date with the LMS on our Facebook and Twitter pages. Many thanks to everyone who has supported this fundraiser, it is very much appreciated.
Only one player from the club celebrates a birthday in the coming week and he is Jake Robertson from the under-11s. Happy birthday Jake from everyone at Newtown Juniors FC Newtown Juniors FC would like to extend their sincere condolences to the Halligan and Starke families on the passing of Baby Amelia Halligan-Starke last weekend. May she rest in peace.
For further information on all matters Newtown Juniors FC please contact the secretary at 087 6987653 or by email to hughienolan@gmail.com and you can also follow the club on our Facebook and Twitter pages.
ALGARVE TRIP
There are a few places left on the three star Algarve Coast and Country trip will take place on February 27, for seven nights which will include visits to Silves, Lagos, Sagres and Faro. The cost will be €429 per person sharing. This will include breakfast and dinner in the Hotel Da Aldeia, Albufeira and day excursions and a one 10kg bag. All money to be paid 10 weeks prior to departure. For further information you can contact 087 6273032.
CEILI DANCING
Adult ceili dancing classes are held every Wednesday night in the parish hall from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. Learn to solo dance and also group dances under the tuition of Aoife, Cian and Eimear and have great fun learning.
MORNING BADMINTON
Tuesday morning badminton is back in full swing from 9.30 a.m. – beginners always welcome. Some rackets are available.
HOME PRODUCERS MARKET
Roundwood Home Producers Market would like to wish all our customers.a very happy Christmas and a peaceful New Year. We will be closing at 5 p.m. on Sunday, December 17. We will re-open on Sunday, March 25, Opening times are 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. every Sunday.
DIAMOND BRIDGE CLUB
Nancy O’Brien and Margaret Bolger played their cards right on Monday, November 27, to take first place for North/South, second Ger Lenihan and Paddy O’Brien and third Monica Brady and Gertie Fee. In first place for East/West were Catherine McGillycuddy and Bridie Nolan, second Mary Pierce and Kay Plunkett and third Teresa Leahy and Marian Davies.
Monday, December 4, saw Maura Gaskin and Kay Plunkett take first for North/South, second Monica Brady and Nancy O’Brien and third Catherine McGillyuddy and Gaye McGettigan. First for East/West were Ger lenihan and Paddy OBrien, second Rowena Brady and Judy Skates and third Brid Clancy and Bridie Nolan.
002 BRIDGE CLUB
Molly Byrne, Rachel Judd, June Digby and Monica Brady shared first/second for North/ South on Friday the first, third were Ger Lenihan and Paddy O’Brien. First for East/West were Maria Magee and Judy/Skates, second Jim McNamara and Séamus Kennedy and third Liz Belton and Phil Kenna.
On Friday December June 8 Digby and Séamus Kennedy were first for North/South, second Ger Lenihan and Paddy O’Brien and third Nancy O’Brien and Catherine McGillycuddy. First for Eat/West were Phil Kenna and Liz Belton, second Kay Plunkett and Mary Murphy and third Noeleen Redmond and Margaret Bolger.
This Friday the 15th will be our last session before Christmas break so Christmas prizes will be presented, weather permitting we hope to see you all there.
ROUNDWOOD DANCE
The monthly dance in Roundwood Parish Centre will take place on Friday, December 15, 9 p.m. midnight. with music by the Wicklow man. Refreshments served.
CANDLELIGHT CAROLS
Calary’s Candlelight Carol Service will take place on Sunday, December 17, at 7.30 p.m., followed by mulled wine and mince pies in the church room. If you would like to join us, we would be delighted to welcome you.
The collection from the Carol Service will be going to Simon, which helps young people tackle homelessness, and Tiglin, which assists people to deal with different forms of addiction. This is a great opportunity for us to help people less fortunate than ourselves.
If you are not able to make it then we would like to wish you and your families a very happy Christmas and we hope to see you again in 2018.
WALKING CLUB
The Roundwood Whizzers Walking Group are back in action every Wednesday evening meeting at 7 p.m. at the Coach House car park. Everyone welcome to walk at your own pace for approximately one hour in and around Roundwood village.
LOTTO RESULTS
There was no winner of this week’s lotto. The numbers drawn were 8, 10, 16 and 21. There were six match winners, Nuala Doyle, Caroline Grant, Noelle Duffy, JETS., Marion O’Toole and Holly Swan. Next week’s jackpot will be €18,400
WHIST
Next whist will be on Wednesday, December 20, in the Parish Centre.
MONEYSTOWN 45
A 45 Card Game takes place every Tuesday night in Moneystown Community Centre starting at a new time of 8 p.m. for the winter. Tea served.
SET DANCING
Set dancing continues on Thursday nights in Kavanagh’s lounge with an addition of giving jive lessons at 8.15 p.m. before our weekly session at no additional cost. Music this month by Michael and Brian.